By looking at God’s address—in heaven—we discovered in our last lesson that our heavenly Father is not like a mellow old man sitting in a rocking chair. He is the awesome Creator God, who sits on His dazzling, breathtaking throne in heaven. Remembering God’s address when we pray causes us to say naturally, “Hallowed be your name” (Mt 6:9c). This is the first of six petitions in the Lord’s Prayer. The first three relate to God’s glory and will; the
Page 28